Rangers Stumble Against St Mirren
The Scottish Premiership delivered its fair share of drama on February 23, 2025, as both Rangers and Celtic suffered surprise defeats, shaking up the league landscape. At Ibrox Stadium, Rangers were caught off guard by St Mirren, falling 2-0. Mikael Mandron broke the deadlock in the 51st minute, only after a VAR review reversed an offside call—a decision that turned the tide in the visitor's favor. Toyosi Olusanya then doubled St Mirren's lead in the 70th minute, marking a historic win as they hadn't triumphed over Rangers in a dozen years.
This loss leaves Rangers trailing by 13 points in the league, a gap widened despite Celtic's own mishap. The spotlight once again fell on missed opportunities as Cyriel Dessers squandered a golden chance to draw level at 1-1. It highlighted the precarious state of Rangers' current form, as they failed to capitalize on their opportunities.
Celtic's Rare Domestic Slip
Meanwhile, over at Easter Road, Celtic weren't spared from a setback either, falling 2-1 to an energetic Hibernian side. Josh Campbell had Celtic reeling, scoring twice—once at the start in the 2nd minute and again deep into first-half stoppage time. Although Daizen Maeda managed to pull one back in the 68th minute, Hibernian's defense held strong to secure the win. For Celtic, this defeat is only their second in domestic games this season, reminding them of the challenges of staying on top, especially after their recent exit from the Champions League courtesy of Bayern Munich.
These results underline the unpredictable nature of the Premiership, reshaping the league table. St Mirren's victory propels them into a top-six spot, clearly reveling in an unexpected triumph. Meanwhile, Celtic remain perched at the top but feel the pressure intensify as the season unfolds. The hurdles for both Glasgow clubs seem daunting, as they grapple with maintaining momentum in an increasingly competitive league landscape.
